Special Events 2026
You can book our regular Sunday steam train rides or just turn up on the day, but for some of our exciting railway events you’ll need to book in advance (ticket prices may vary).
You can always sign up for our On the Rails event alerts and not miss out on any of our very popular events.
Facilities: Free parking | Drinks & Snacks | Community Hub | Woodland Walk | Picnic Field | Play Train
22/23 August
‘Bears Have Fun’ Teddy Bear Picnic
All aboard for a magical teddy bear adventure at the Railway!
Join our naughty railway bears as they bring their story to life with a fun-filled time of steam train rides and picnics.
Bring your favourite teddy and enjoy a wonderful family day out!
Tickets only £3 children (Under 3s FREE) £5 adults
Kempton Steam Museum next door to the railway will also be open. (Separate entry ticket). Visit: www.kemptonsteam.org.
12/13 September
Dinosaur Train Adventure
(Advanced Booking Only)
Come dinosaur hunting for a really ‘roarsome’ time. See the scary raptors on route and meet ‘Dino’ the railway’s dinosaur train for your photo op! It’s free parking and £3.50 for children (under 3s free) and £5.50 for adults There’s a ‘Hunt the Dinosaur’ Competition with prizes and the odd dinosaur roaming for something to eat so look out keep an eye on your picnic on our lovely picnic area with play train.
19/20 September
Weekend of Steam!
(Advanced Booking Advised)
Come along and enjoy our weekend of steam featuring ‘Darent’ our 1903 steam locomotive. £2.50 children (under 3s free) & £4.50 adults.
Kempton Steam Museum, next door to the railway is also open’ Not to be missed. (Separate entry ticket). Visit: www.kemptonsteam.org.
26/27 September
Poppy Factory Centenary
Join us as we proudly host the Poppy Factory Richmond 100th anniversary
Step back in time and enjoy a special heritage railway experience celebrating 100 years of the Poppy Factory’s support for veterans and families
12/13/19/20 December
Santa Specials
(Advanced Booking Only)
Details to follow but HKWR promises Santa just loves our railway and will be back with plenty of presents for children on his ‘Nice’ list. £11 for children and £8 for adults.
